Last year, a flood foced residents of Hay River to head to Yellowknife as an evacuation point. The city did what it could to make everyone feel at home as it possibly could then.
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Several local businesses in Yellowknife have offered its services to those who have been displaced because of the fire. Those services range from showers to clothing to food.
Devin Madsen, general manager and co-owner of the Racquet Club, said that its doors will be open to all the evacuees from Hay River, just like they were last time during the flood.
And all free of charge.
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There is also support from the Home Base Youth Centre.
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The city is also opening its doors to those who have been forced to evacuate. A release from the city stated that those who registered at the Multiplex were given a green wristband and that will allow for free access to all city facilities. That includes the Ruth Inch Memorial Pool, Fieldhouse or anywhere else an admission fee is charged.
A three-day visitor parking pass is also available for evacuees from the municipal enforcement division. Those who brought trailers will be able to use the RV pump-out stations around the city.
